Celebration set on culture, history of the Coeur d’Alene Tribe

The history and culture of the Coeur d’Alene Tribe will be shared through November in a collaboration with the Salvation Army Kroc Center and the Human Rights Education Institute in Coeur d’Alene.

“Our tribe has a deep history in the region and a lot of rich traditions. Most people only see or experience it from afar when they go to Julyamsh,” said Chief Allan, chairman of the Coeur d’Alene Tribe.

Allan encouraged residents to attend a free cultural celebration with storytelling, singing, drumming, dancing, regalia and history at the Kroc Center at 6 p.m. Wednesday.

Other events in November, which is Native American Heritage month, range from cultural demonstrations on crafts to presentations on the tribe’s history, the affects federal policies have had on tribes and tribal economies. Some require registration. The full schedule is at www.kroccda.org/native.

“Coeur d’Alene is lucky to have the rich culture of the Coeur d’Alene Tribe right on our doorstep, yet it seems that many of us know very little about the tribe,” said Maj. Benton Markham, executive director of the Kroc Center. “This is the first time that Coeur d’Alene has had a true celebration of Native American Heritage, and we think it’s a great opportunity to learn more about our neighbors to the south. I hope everyone will join us.”